“OKTOBERFEST ESSEN”
The quick way to Düsseldorf for the Oktoberfest!
Experience the Düsseldorf Oktoberfest – the Oktoberfest highlight in the state capital of NRW! Bavarian tradition, Rhenish warmth and first-class live acts await you at Schützenplatz Eller. And the best part? From Essen you can be in the middle of the Wiesn fun in no time at all! Whether by train, car or long-distance bus – the journey is quick and uncomplicated.
Why it's worth the journey!
The Düsseldorf Oktoberfest is the perfect Oktoberfest experience for Essen and the surrounding area! Here you can expect:
- Authentic Oktoberfest atmosphere with traditional costumes, Bavarian decorations and traditional music.
- First-class drinks: Oberdorfer Helles in a beer mug and Düsseldorfer Schlösser Alt in a keg.
- Top live acts: Look forward to stars such as Julian Sommer, Peter Wackel, Räuber, Mickie Krause, Lorenz Büffel and Bavarian party bands.
- Perfect for a Oktoberfest weekend: Celebrate an unforgettable festival with your friends in the state capital Düsseldorf!
Whether it’s a hearty atmosphere, delicious beer or rousing music – the Düsseldorf Oktoberfest is the highlight for Essen and the surrounding area!
How to get to the Düsseldorf Oktoberfest from ESSEN
By car
The journey from Essen to Düsseldorf is quick and easy:
- Via the A52 or A40 in the direction of Düsseldorf.
- Parking facilities: Free parking on Heidelberger Straße.
- VIP parking spaces directly at the marquee (available by prior booking).
By train / ÖVP
You can reach Schützenplatz Eller quickly and easily from Essen main station:
- RE1 or RE6 in the direction of Düsseldorf main station (journey time approx. 25 minutes).
- Change to the S6 in the direction of Köln-Nippes to Düsseldorf-Eller Süd (approx. 10 minutes).
- It is only a 5-minute walk (350 meters) from Düsseldorf-Eller Süd station to the marquee.
By long-distance bus
Long-distance buses will also take you comfortably to the Oktoberfest in Düsseldorf:
- Travel time from ZOB Essen to Düsseldorf main station: approx. 40 minutes.
- Continue with the S6 to Düsseldorf-Eller Süd (travel time approx. 10 minutes).
